
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN from $800 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Uptown Rochester area of Rochester.


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1143 1st St NW, Unit 206

Zick Apartments

Hillside Apartments

1015 8th Ave NW

2nd St Flats
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Med City Apartments

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Berkshire Village

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Residence at Discovery Square
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Nicholas Apartments

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The Park in Kutzky Neighborhood

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1225 8th Ave NW, Unit 1

Newhouse

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Raymond Apartments
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Uptown Rochester, Rochester, MN Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Rochester?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uptown Rochester Studio Apartments | $1,167 | $845 | $1,545 |
| Uptown Rochester 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $840 | $2,572 |
| Uptown Rochester 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,225 | $2,758 |
| Uptown Rochester 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,856 | $1,400 | $2,145 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Rochester Neighborhood of Rochester, MN.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Rochester Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Rochester area of Rochester, MN is a Studio unit found at Hillside Apartments priced from $900. 2nd St Flats has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Uptown Rochester apartments for rent in Rochester, MN:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 2nd St Flats | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Berkshire Village | 2 Bedroom Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Maria Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,260 |
| Residence at Discovery Square | Industrial Flat One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Rochester, MN
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Uptown Rochester area is the $1.42 price per square foot C2R Model at Cascade Shores Townhomes + Flats in the in the Historic Southwest neighborhood starting from $2,045. The second greatest value Uptown Rochester apartment is the 1225 8th Ave NW Model at 1225 8th Ave NW, Unit 1 starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Historic Southwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Uptown Rochester apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Shores Townhomes + Flats | C2R | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 1225 8th Ave NW, Unit 1 | 1225 8th Ave NW | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Quarry Ridge Apartments | B2R | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| The Park in Kutzky Neighborhood | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Woodridge on Second | B1R | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Berkshire Village | 2 Bedroom Corner | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 1143 1st St NW, Unit 206 | 1143 1st St NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Nicholas Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Maria Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Hillside Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.90 |
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Among cities in Minnesota for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Rochester Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Uptown Rochester?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Uptown Rochester is under $1,625.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Uptown Rochester?
The cheapest apartment in Uptown Rochester is 2nd St Flats which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Uptown Rochester costs $1,803.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Uptown Rochester?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Uptown Rochester that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Uptown Rochester?
Cheap apartments in Uptown Rochester have an average cost of $124 which is $1,679 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Uptown Rochester.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!